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BIO

Paz's Broadway credits include Hadestown (2019 TONY, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk for Outstanding Sound Design nominations); Associate Designer of Bandstand (2017); Dear Evan Hansen (2016) Disaster the Musical (2015); The Assembled Parties (MCC); and Fela! (2009).

Paz has also worked Off-Broadway on Twelfth Night and Othello (The Public Theater- 2018 Shakespeare in the Park); Miss You Like Hell (The Public Theater); Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Nights Dream, and As You Like it (The Public Theater- 2017 Shakespeare in the Park); Burn All Night (A.R.T Oberon Stage); Ugly Lies the Bone (Roundabout); A Sucker EmCee (LAByrinth); The Muscles in Our Toes (LAByrinth); The Kings Whore (Starcatcher Productions); Becoming Dr. Ruth (Westside Theater); Looking for the Pony (Vital Theater Co.); Women Beware Women (Red Bull Theater); and STRETCH - A Fantasia (New Georges).
Regional and Touring credits include Dear Evan Hansen (1st national tour); Welcome to Fear City (KC Rep); Scott & Hem in the Garden of Allah (Barrington Stage); See How They Run (Barrington Stage); Legally Blonde, 9 to 5 The Musical (North Shore Music Theater); Shakespeare on the Sound's Productions of Romeo & Juliet (2012), A Midsummer Night's Dream (2011), Othello (2010), and Much Ado about Nothing (2009); SCKBSTD (Virginia Stage Co); And Her Hair Went With Her (NJ Rep); Volcanoes Birthright (Organic Magnetics); TempOdyssey (NJ Rep); Bookends (NJ Rep); Minstrel Show (NJ Rep).
Jessica has also been a student advisor for Princeton University's production of Next To Normal, and was the Sound Designer of the Actor's Studio Drama School's yearly Masters Thesis productions from 2009-2014.
She has also been Front of House Engineer for such musicians as The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Antibalas, Julia Haltigan, Femi Kuti, Lady Antebellum, Candy Shop Boys, People vs. Larson, Michael Arenetta, Bugaboo, Carte Blanche, King Holiday, The Woes, Stone Cold Fox, The African Children's Choir and many others.

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Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2026]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[US Tour, 2024]
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[US Tour, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[New York, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Boston, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Associate Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Jessica PazHadestown

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Sound Design

Jessica PazHadestown


winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Jessica PazHadestown

Videos

News

Review: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Brings the Heart of Neil Diamond to Life at KC's Starlight Theatre
by Andrew Burrill - Jul 12, 2026

What happens when one of America's greatest songbooks meets Broadway? A BEAUTFIUFL NOISE delivers an emotional portrait of Neil Diamond, led by American Idol winner Nick Fradiani in a production that soars at Kansas City's Starlight Theatre.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL To Add Performances To Sydney Run
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 28, 2026

Following a successful on-sale earlier this month, demand for the Sydney season of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL has prompted the release of additional performances.
Ethan Slater & Betsy Wolfe Will Join LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk winner Ethan Slater will join the hit revival Little Shop of Horrors as Seymour, alongside Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as Audrey.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Make Kansas City Premiere at Starlight
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical hits Kansas City's Starlight Theatre July 7-12, starring American Idol winner Nick Fradiani. Tickets from under $19!
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Extend Melbourne Run Due to Demand
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL has added two weeks to its Melbourne season at the Princess Theatre following overwhelming ticket demand, with Broadway star Will Swenson leading the Australian cast.
Video: HADESTOWN: THE MUSICAL Debuts Trailer for New Film Version
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2026

​​Following its world premiere at Tribeca Festival on Monday, the official trailer is here for the live theater capture of the Tony Award-winning hit musical Hadestown. Check it out now.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Play The Stranahan
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026

The touring production of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, created in collaboration with Diamond himself, is set to play The Stranahan, telling the story of how the hitmaker became a star.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE To Play The Sydney Lyric
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 17, 2026

Producers Paul Dainty and TEG Dainty, Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio have announced the internationally acclaimed production A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL will play a strictly limited engagement at The Sydney Lyric from November 2026. 
HADESTOWN in London Extends to June 2027
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026

The Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical HADESTOWN has extended its run at London's Lyric Theatre, with over 140,000 new tickets now on sale. The West End production is currently in its third year.
How are the Tony Nominations Decided?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 26, 2026

For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.
Nick Fradiani Will Headline Post-Show Concert for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Canadian Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

Nick Fradiani, who stars as Neil Diamond in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will perform a bonus post-show concert of Diamond songs at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre, free with a ticket to the performance.
Elizabeth A. Davis Joins the Cast of BLOOD/LOVE Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

Elizabeth A. Davis will join the cast of BLOOD/LOVE as Valerie Bloodlove at certain performances. Davis will take the stage on Thursday, April 2, Sunday, April 12, April 19, April 26, and May 3.
The Old Globe to Present Second Extension for HEDDA GABLER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026

The Old Globe's production of Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, which is led by film, television, and stage star Katie Holmes in the title role, has received a second extension.
Photos: HADESTOWN New West End Cast in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released ahead of a host of new faces joining the cast of Hadestown from 10 March 2026 at the Lyric Theatre, London, as the critically acclaimed production heads into its third year in the West End.
Australian Cast Announced for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL
by Gillian Blum - Feb 15, 2026

Producers Paul Dainty and TEG Dainty, Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio announced the Australian cast of the smash-hit musical A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.
Review: HEDDA GABLER at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - Feb 13, 2026

“Hedda Gabler” by Henrik Ibsen, now given a taut new version by Erin Cressida Wilson and directed with precision by Barry Edelstein at The Old Globe, stars Katie Holmes in the title role through March 15th.
Photos: See New Images of the North American Tour of HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

New production photos have been released of the North American Tour of Hadestown! The cast features Nickolaus Colón, Jose Contreras, Hawa Kamara and more.
Rachel Adedeji, Clive Rowe, and More Join HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

From 10 March 2026, a host of new faces will join the cast of Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre, London as the critically acclaimed production heads into its third year in the West End. 
HEDDA GABLER Starring Katie Holmes Extended at The Old Globe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026

The Old Globe will present a one-week extension for its 2026 season opener Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler. Film, television, and stage star Katie Holmes leads the cast in the title role.
BLOOD/LOVE Unveils Full Cast For Off-Broadway Run At Theater 555
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026

Blood/Love will begin its off-Broadway run at Theater 555 in February 2026. Written by Carey Renee Sharpe and Dru DeCaro, the new musical features a full cast of performers and is directed by Hunter Bird. The limited engagement is scheduled to run through late March.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Jessica Paz been nominated for?

Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown and Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hadestown.

What awards has Jessica Paz won?

Jessica Paz has won the Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hadestown and the Best Sound Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards, also for Hadestown.

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